'Lomi lomi' translates to 'rub rub' in Hawaiian, and reflects the broad, flowing strokes made with the therapist's fingers, thumbs, palms, and forearms much like long, rolling waves travelling along the body.

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It is also known as the “the loving touch, a connection of heart, hands and soul with the source of all life.”. This name helps to explain its principles - the massage works gently yet deeply into the muscles with continuous, flowing strokes, allowing the recipient to relax and give in to the nurturing touch.

 

Its holistic approach creates a connection between your mind, body, emotion and spirit.

 

Lomi lomi works from the belief that memories are not just stored in the brain and mind, but also in every cell of the human body. The long, continuous strokes of the massage are designed to help the body let go of its old patterns and behaviours, which can cause as many stresses and strains as muscle tension.

The massage therapist makes use of the forearms and the hands in a fluid, rhythmic motion, massaging different parts of the body at the same time. This helps the client relax as the brain can't focus on two different areas at once. By not working on areas in isolation, a deep sense of stability and peace is achieved.

 

Traditional Lomi Lomi massage technique includes abdominal massage as this is traditionally considered the colon part of a person's soul or heart.

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Your massuese may make full-body or under-body strokes, lightly stretch your limbs and carefully rotate your joints. These techniques are thought to free up your energy flow, and she will perform them very gently, staying within your comfort zone and level of resistance.

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Lomi Lomi Massage sessions begin with various forms of spiritual preparation such as meditation, prayer, and breathing exercises.

Instead of being covered with towels, you might just have one towel or a sarong to preserve your modesty. These steps are taken to avoid interrupting the continuous flow of the massage.

 

Unlike the Thai or deep tissue massage, during the Lomi Lomi massage more of your body is uncovered. This is because the massage therapists move in long flowing motions rather than working on one body part at a time. Some therapists use massage sheets, exposing larger areas of your body at once.

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During the Lomi Lomi session, your genitals are covered all the time and are not massaged. However, I will ask you to take off your underwear, so I can massage your sides, hips, and glutes. If for any reason, you want to keep your underwear on, it is okay too – in that case, I only recommend that you don‘t wear your favourite undies because they might get oily.

This Hawaiian massage finds its roots in Hawaii, where it’s used in accordance with Huna. Huna is a practice much like yoga or meditation. Its goal is to create peace and oneness with the mind, body, and spirit.

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Even if your beliefs don’t fall in line with energetic healing and massage, why not try something new? Many people leave experiences like Lomi massage with eyes wide open, feeling better than they had in months.

Give this Massage a chance and see what benefits it could have in store for you!

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The whole idea of this kind of massage is to let go: let go your mind, your body. Allow me to give to this wonderful experience and just relax and enjoy.

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Try not to control your body or contract the muscles, relax you whole body and let me spoil you.

Aside from the obvious relaxation experienced during a Lomi massage, clients are also gifted with a release from anxiety, fear, and other negative emotions caused by energetic blockages.

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It also addresses physical pains and ailments such as muscle soreness, stiff joints, and even helps relieve pain for clients recovering from surgery or other injuries. People with arthritis and fibromyalgia can also benefit from Lomi Lomi massage.

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Because of the full-body nature of this type of massage, practitioners are well-trained and skilled with pressure-sensitive areas. They know where to dig in and where to pull.